Construction Materials Field Engineer

Job Title: Civil Field Technician 

 

About Alta E&I

250 employees across the state. We’re 100% Arizona owned and managed, which means you’ll never feel like a number here. Our team delivers a full spectrum of services - civil engineering, surveying, geotechnical and materials testing, environmental, and EHS - giving you exposure to many paths and projects.

Alta is big enough to offer opportunities, and advanced technology - yet small enough that you’ll know your team, see your impact, and have leadership that knows you.

We’re proud to be a trusted partner to some of the nation’s largest corporations, developers, and public agencies - helping to build the future, while also protecting it through environmental stewardship and sustainable solutions.

General Summary: 

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is seeking a dependable and motivated Construction Materials Field Technician to join our Geotechnical Engineering team. This position is responsible for performing field testing, sampling, inspection, and documentation of construction materials to verify compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and applicable building codes.

The Construction Materials Field Technician works on a variety of commercial, residential, transportation, and infrastructure projects. Successful candidates enjoy working outdoors, have strong attention to detail, and are committed to safety, quality, and exceptional client service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Oversee full Post Tension Inspections i.e., pad and trench certification, pre-slab, concrete sampling, stressing, epoxy, and grade verification.
• Ability to perform all ATTI certified tests in the field.
• Communicate directly with clients and potential clients regarding project needs. 
• Manage Personal field equipment.
• Strictly adhere to OSHA and company safety guidelines.
• Adhere to Alta Southwest company policies. 
• Ability to complete in house training.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be needed of available.  

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Arizona driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• All field level certifications (Nuclear Safety, ACI, and ATTI field). Preferred not required
• 3 + years of experience sampling/testing soils and ABC from job sites and roadways.
• Good written and verbal skills. 
• City of Phoenix certified tester or ability to secure certifications within 6 months of hire. 
• Knowledge of soil mechanics and sampling of concrete and asphalt.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

• Continually required to stand. 8-9 hours daily
• Continually required to walk. 8-9 hours daily
• Frequently required to sit. 2-3 hours daily
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. 8-9 hours daily
• Continually required to talk or hear over environmental and equipment noise. 8-9 hours daily
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard. 8-9 hours daily
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items no less than 50 pounds.
• Frequently work in elevated surfaces, environmental conditions such as rain, wind, snow, and extreme heat.

Why Alta?

See your impact. 

How many people can drive by a highway, school, or major company and say, “I helped build that?” 

At Alta, every employee can. The work we do is visible in the infrastructure communities rely on every day. 

We’re passionate about developing people. Many of our leaders began their journey in entry level positions, and worked their way up into management. We invest in you from day one with hands-on training, paid certifications, and mentorship to help you progress in your career. 

Working at Alta means: 

• Career mobility: clear paths to grow into leadership roles.
• Multi-disciplinary exposure: civil, survey, geotechnical, materials testing, environmental, EHS, etc. 
• Investment in you: paid certifications and ongoing training. 
• Culture of belonging: supportive teams where your work is recognized.  

Impact you can see: the chance to contribute to projects that define communities.